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anonymous
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, United States
Language, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Housing
Type of housing: On campus
Arranged by: Host university
If returning, I would choose: With a family
Why?
To better my language proficiency, gain experience with the french language directly at all times
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Personal comments
It was nice, a 15 minute walk to class, very close to bus stops
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anonymous
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, United States
Language, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Student life
Describe host city:
Students interact with the local community without much university involvement
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Activities: Takes place mostly within the university/student environment
Nightlife: Takes place mostly outside the university/student environment
Travel: Takes place both within and outside of the university/student environment
Personal social experience
Personal comments
Coco-Loco was a cute little cafe, also fun at night with local college kids; Place de la Republique was realxing at night, delightful lighting, neat atmosphere where little jazz bands played outside
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anonymous
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, United States
Language, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Languages
Language of instruction: French
Was learning French a key decision factor?
No, it wasn't.
How much did you improve your French?
My level before: Everyday knowledge (shopping, directions, etc.)
My level after: At ease in most situations
Language difficulties
Administrative / Institutional
Personal comments
The slang was hard to catch in only 2 months, but my french definitely improved.
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anonymous
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, United States
Language, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Expenses
Main source of funding:
Family
Other sources of funding:
Personal savings
Work opportunities:
I didn't explore any work options
Personal spending habits
Difference in cultures; Food, phone(long distance mostly) and accomodation were all a little more than in the United States.
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Food, Telephone, Housing, Overall:
was more expensive than at home.
Nightlife:
was the same price as at home.
Travel:
was less expensive than at home.
Accessibility of student needs
Second-hand household items
Personal comments
Use the phone less, use the internet more! Find an internet cafe, train station, or tourist office for information.
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anonymous
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, United States
Language, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Overall
I wish I had known...
In my opinion:
I loved it but I'm not sure everybody would.
Important factors in my choice
(1) Unimportant – (4) Very important
Personal recommendation
Better elective classes with more interaction
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During my experience abroad, I ...
(1) Never – (4) A lot
Became familiar with another culture
Met people from other countries
Experienced a change in life
Advanced my studies & career
Final comments
Expand your horizons, speak your native tongue as little as possible. Be adventurous, you'll meet people and make friends. Learn as much as possible when in a different culture. IT will most definitely benefit you!
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anonymous
Augustana College, Rock Island, IL, United States
Language, Undergraduate, University Agreement
Academic
Course recommendations
More student interaction with local students during classes
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My academic experiences
Interaction with teachers
Interaction with international students
Interaction with local students
Personal comments
My teacher was amazing...I was very lucky! I completely improved and become a more confident french speaker and writer.
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My opinion of the university assessment
Exams throughout the course
Essays and/or projects at the end of course
Essays and/or projects throughout the course
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